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Weather & Climate in Cullomburg, AL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Cullomburg enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 222 feet.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.4°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 222 ft (68 m) |
| Area | 5.3 sq mi (13.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 58/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.7131°N, 88.2918°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Choctaw County County |
| Nearest Airport | Hattiesburg/Laurel Regional (PIB) 64 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 70.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 79.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 12.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
36 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| Oct 24, 1997 | 15 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama | M4.8 | 112 km | 10 km |
| Jul 16, 1993 | 2 km SSW of Silas, Alabama | M3.7 | 6 km | 5 km |
| Oct 26, 1997 | 11 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama | M3.7 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Mar 25, 1996 | 11 km NNE of Quitman, Mississippi | M3.5 | 59 km | 5 km |
| Jun 30, 2015 | 12 km W of Union, Alabama | M3.5 | 144 km | 0 km |
| Jun 24, 1998 | 11 km W of Demopolis, Alabama | M3.4 | 93 km | 5 km |
| Sep 30, 2003 | 10 km NNW of Atmore, Alabama | M3.3 | 99 km | 5 km |
| Mar 22, 2005 | 9 km NNE of Coffeeville, Alabama | M3.3 | 26 km | 5 km |
| May 16, 2008 | 10 km W of Coffeeville, Alabama | M3.1 | 11 km | 5 km |
| Mar 12, 2015 | 14 km W of Union, Alabama | M3.1 | 141 km | 0 km |
| Apr 11, 2019 | 6 km NNW of Pollard, Alabama | M3.1 | 125 km | 10 km |
| May 4, 1997 | 9 km ESE of Atmore, Alabama | M3.1 | 116 km | 5 km |
| Mar 11, 2019 | 4 km N of Flomaton, Alabama | M3.1 | 123 km | 5 km |
| Feb 27, 2015 | 11 km WSW of Union, Alabama | M3.1 | 142 km | 0 km |
| May 21, 2002 | 7 km ESE of York, Alabama | M3.0 | 83 km | 27 km |
| Mar 15, 2025 | 5 km NNE of Magee, Mississippi | M3.0 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Oct 28, 1997 | 11 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama | M3.0 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Sep 25, 2003 | 14 km N of Atmore, Alabama | M2.9 | 97 km | 0 km |
| May 7, 1998 | 9 km SSE of Bellamy, Alabama | M2.8 | 75 km | 10 km |
| Mar 7, 2019 | 2 km NW of Jay, Florida | M2.8 | 135 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
14 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 3.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2021 | Ida | Category 4 | 150 mph | 269 km |
| 2020 | Zeta | Category 3 | 115 mph | 67 km |
| 2020 | Sally | Category 2 | 109 mph | 132 km |
| 2017 | Nate | Category 1 | 86 mph | 161 km |
| 2005 | Dennis | Category 4 | 127 mph | 139 km |
| 2005 | Katrina | Category 3 | 127 mph | 107 km |
| 2004 | Ivan | Category 3 | 121 mph | 66 km |
| 1998 | Georges | Category 2 | 109 mph | 137 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 1 | 92 mph | 294 km |
| 1997 | Danny | Category 1 | 81 mph | 151 km |
| 1995 | Opal | Category 3 | 115 mph | 162 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 2 | 98 mph | 145 km |
| 1988 | Florence | Category 1 | 81 mph | 289 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 170 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
455 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 28 fatalities, 747 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF4 | 95 km | 18.3 mi | 1 |
| Feb 28, 1987 | EF4 | 94 km | 35.0 mi | 6 |
| Mar 12, 1986 | EF4 | 91 km | 23.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1971 | EF4 | 97 km | 25.4 mi | 0 |
| May 1, 1953 | EF4 | 60 km | 0.1 mi | 2 |
| Jun 18, 2023 | EF3 | 100 km | 6.5 mi | 1 |
| Nov 30, 2022 | EF3 | 47 km | 19.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 16, 2019 | EF3 | 84 km | 61.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2014 | EF3 | 76 km | 10.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 15, 2011 | EF3 | 60 km | 15.3 mi | 1 |
| Apr 15, 2011 | EF3 | 72 km | 18.3 mi | 4 |
| Nov 15, 2006 | EF3 | 75 km | 15.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 10, 1992 | EF3 | 75 km | 20.0 mi | 3 |
| Nov 4, 1988 | EF3 | 31 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 24, 1984 | EF3 | 40 km | 4.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 20, 1983 | EF3 | 68 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1980 | EF3 | 97 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 18, 1978 | EF3 | 82 km | 10.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 27, 1976 | EF3 | 90 km | 13.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF3 | 86 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (10,363 acres, 2008).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 10,363 | 100 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 10,170 | 97 km |
| 2010 | DESOTO 0902 | 8,713 | 95 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 7,334 | 89 km |
| 2015 | UNNAMED | 7,059 | 97 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 6,802 | 95 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 6,712 | 89 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,819 | 95 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 5,803 | 96 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 5,657 | 90 km |
| 2020 | 369 D | 5,362 | 100 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 5,062 | 60 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 4,999 | 63 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 4,991 | 97 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 4,899 | 94 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 4,862 | 93 km |
| 2021 | CHICKASAWHAY - CPT 398 399 | 4,697 | 53 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 4,635 | 97 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 4,563 | 96 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 4,500 | 47 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 5.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 5.7 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 6.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 4.9 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 5.0 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 4.3 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 4.6 in | |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 6.0 in |
Cullomburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 47°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 60.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.8") and October the driest (3.2").